A dry cough doesn't produce mucus or phlegm, unlike a wet (productive) cough. A tickling or scratchy sensation in the throat prompts a cough. A natural reflex, it helps protect your airways and lungs ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: Ten to 15 years ago, I had to constantly clear my throat and it was driving me and everybody around me nuts. You had written a column about chronic throat-clearing. In the article, you ...

Different dry cough medications are available, such as cough suppressants, decongestants, and lozenges. A pharmacist can advise on the most suitable option. Share on Pinterest Barry Chin/The Boston ...

Chronic clearing of the throat is an uncomfortable experience at the very least, and a clear sign of an underlying medical condition. Some people have linked it to oesophageal cancer, making it a ...

Dear Dr. Roach: Ten to 15 years ago, I had to constantly clear my throat and it was driving me and everybody around me nuts. You had written a column about chronic throat-clearing. In the article, you ...